Abundant Village
The human face of conservation
Regenerating lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems.
“Conservation is not a conservation issue. It is a social issue. When we create social impact, we have conservation outcomes.”
Just 3% of philanthropic funding across the world is destined to support the environment, animals and conservation. Yet in so many areas, conservation organisations are trying to carry the entire social impact responsibility. It is simply unfeasible.
Abundant Village partners with local communities to co-create solutions that improve daily life and protect the natural world.
We work where social need and environmental pressure overlap, focusing on communities that live within and alongside critical ecosystems. We deliver education, healthcare, clean water and energy, local employment and food gardens.
Our approach is grounded in indigenous knowledge and practical design, creating women and youth leadership opportunities. We support communities to restore the ecosystems they depend on.
Our Impact
Overview
Abundant Village works at the intersection of social impact and conservation, with a primary focus on regenerating under-resourced communities living in or adjacent to critical biodiversity areas. Abundant Village co-creates community-led systems that address poverty, food insecurity, education gaps, and climate vulnerability, not as standalone development goals, but as essential pillars for long-term ecosystem stewardship.
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What sets Abundant Village apart is its ability to fulfil a critical gap in conservation, the social foundation. Many conservation organizations lack the mandate, resources, or operational capacity to deliver meaningful community development, even as the success of their ecological work depends on it.
Abundant Village partners with these conservation efforts to provide the missing human infrastructure, working alongside local people to build trust, skills, and economic resilience that make conservation viable and lasting. In doing so, it ensures that protecting nature is not only about preserving biodiversity, but also about empowering those who live with it to lead the way forward.
News
Abundant Village and Mwani Zanzibar Sign Agreement to Support the Launch of ReGen Zanzibar
Abundant Village has partnered with Mwani Zanzibar to launch ReGen Zanzibar, a community-led marine regeneration initiative.
A NEW ERA FOR CHIZARIRA
The Land Remembers
“The Land Remembers” explores innovative conservation in South Africa. The film showcases community-led initiatives, from rhino dehorning to sustainable farming practices. It examines how to prevent poaching through education, economic
Dare to Dream – Absolute Woman
A feature highlighting Briana Evigan’s transformation from actress to activist and the story behind Abundant Village. The piece explores her philosophy of daring to dream, creating with purpose, and leading
The Inspired CEO Podcast – Briana Evigan: From Hollywood to Humanitarian Impact
A deep dive into Briana’s journey from the entertainment industry to humanitarian work, focusing on her leadership in Abundant Village and creative advocacy for social change.
Circles of Connection
In South Africa’s Kruger to Canyons region, Abundant Village is tackling climate, poverty, and human–wildlife challenges with an integrated approach, green building, regenerative food systems, and programs that reconnect people
Briana Evigan: From Hollywood to Humanitarian – Prime Media Plus
A feature documenting Briana’s evolution from actress to humanitarian, showcasing her and Damien’s shared work through Abundant Village.
Channel 7 Spotlight Australia: With Damien Mander. Inside Zimbabwe’s All-Female Anti-Poaching Force
A nationally broadcast television special with Damien Mander featuring Briana Evigan and their work in Zimbabwe, providing mainstream coverage of how empowerment and conservation intersect.
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